2006 Jeep Commander vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Commander | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Commander | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |